The second-round playoff clash in the Stanley Cup between the Dallas Stars and Winnipeg Jets will take place on May 14 at the American Airlines Center. The series score is 2-1 in favor of Dallas. Dallas vs. Winnipeg: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Dallas Stars
Peter DeBoer's team took the lead in the series by winning the last home game 5-2. Mikko Rantanen stood out for Dallas, being the most productive player in the previous match (1 goal, 2 assists). Notably, the last 13 goals by the club involved the forward. In the current Stanley Cup campaign, the club ranks among the top five in scoring, with 29 goals to their name. Additionally, they boast one of the highest power-play conversion rates (30%).
- Dallas has won their last four home games in the NHL (1 in OT).
- The team has scored at least three goals in regular time in 9 of their last 11 league matches as the home team.
- At least five goals have been scored over three periods in 5 of the last 6 NHL games involving Dallas.
Winnipeg Jets
The team suffered their fourth consecutive playoff defeat on the road, losing in the last match. It is worth noting that Winnipeg managed to equalize twice in the previous game, but in the final third, the club conceded three times from just eight shots by the opponent. In the current playoffs, the team is among the most conceding, with 35 goals against them.
- Winnipeg has conceded at least four goals in regular time in their last five away games in the NHL.
- The club has not won in regular time in 6 of their last 8 league matches (1 draw, 5 losses).
- At least five goals have been scored in regular time in 7 of the last 8 NHL games involving Winnipeg.
Dallas vs. Winnipeg: Match Prediction
In the current series, Peter DeBoer's team has scored at least three goals in regular time in 3 of 4 cases. Dallas's attack in these playoffs is one of the best, while the less convincing play of opponent goalie Connor Hellebuyck is also evident. It seems unlikely that the team will relax, given their series advantage, especially since they are quite stable at home. Therefore, one can expect convincing scoring from the hosts in the upcoming match.
As the home team, Dallas has scored at least three goals in regular time in 9 of their last 11 NHL games. Moreover, the club has shown similar scoring in 5 of their last 7 head-to-head league meetings at home. Winnipeg, meanwhile, is not in the best form in away games, conceding at least three goals in 9 of their last 11 NHL matches in 60 minutes.
Based on these facts, my prediction: Dallas Stars individual total over 2.5
